Acetylcysteine

Description: Acetylcysteine (NAC) is an N-acetyl derivative of cysteine, a ROS inhibitor and mucolytic agent. Acetylcysteine induces apoptosis, can be used to reduce mucus thickness, and has anti-influenza viral activity. Target: ROS, TNF, Apoptosis, Ferroptosis, Endogenous Metabolite, Influenza Virus, Reactive Oxygen Species. Smiles: [C@@H](NC(C)=O)(C(O)=O)CS. References: Supabphol A, et al. N-acetylcysteine inhibits proliferation, adhesion, migration and invasion of human bladder cancer cells. J Med Assoc Thai. 2009 Sep,92(9):1171-7.